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Read about key changes, who will be affected and what rights will be embedded in the new Aged Care Act.
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Understand and prepare for the changes under the new Aged Care Act.
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New Aged Care Act
The Australian Parliament passed the Aged Care Act 2024 as the new law for government-funded aged care in Australia on 25 November 2024. The new Act will start from 1 November 2025 and aligns with the launch of the new Support at Home program.
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Aged Care Provider Requirements Search tool – Webinar
This webinar will introduce the Aged Care Provider Requirements Search tool. The tool has been designed to help providers understand the rules, obligations and other requirements which will apply to them under the new Aged Care Act, which starts on 1 November 2025.
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A trusted aged care workforce (full version)
The aged care workforce is a key part of making aged care safe and respectful. The new Aged Care Act introduces laws to make sure workers deliver the safe, high quality, rights-based care you deserve.
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A trusted aged care workforce (longer version)
The aged care workforce is a key part of making aged care safe and respectful. The new Aged Care Act introduces laws to make sure workers deliver the safe, high quality, rights-based care you deserve.
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A trusted aged care workforce (medium version)
The aged care workforce is a key part of making aged care safe and respectful. The new Aged Care Act introduces laws to make sure workers deliver the safe, high quality, rights-based care you deserve.
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